According to Samuel Huntington’s Clash of Civilizations, the cultural differences between the east and west are so severe that they will inherently lead to war. However, we see thousands of expats living, working, studying, and touring the Middle East everyday. While of course some countries are notoriously more tolerant of foreigners than others, welcoming strangers is an integral part of Arabic culture.
But what do locals think when expats do cross cultural red lines, intentionally or unknowingly? Let’s take a look a lighter look at the Clash of Civilizations, highlighting the quirkier behaviours of expats living in the Middle East through the eyes of locals.
